Measles Is Back and Vaccines Are Falling | Durham News

Kindergarten vaccination rates are slipping across the U.S., creating dangerous gaps in herd immunity and letting measles slip back into our communities. Since the pandemic, more parents are opting out—especially for non-medical reasons—and with only ten states hitting the 95% threshold needed to stop outbreaks, the risk is real. This year alone, measles cases have surged, with nearly all linked to unvaccinated or unknown-status individuals—and every death tied to measles occurred in someone unvaccinated. Behind the numbers: vaccine hesitancy fueled by distrust is quietly eroding public health, reminding us that even small drops in coverage can unleash highly contagious diseases—and that protecting kids isn’t just about individual choice, it’s about safeguarding the whole community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/5cae11a9f88b8e7e